crystalise

(verb)

verb

1. make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear

Similar word(s): clear, crystalize, crystallise, crystallize, elucidate, enlighten, illuminate

Definition categories: cognition, clarify, elucidate

2. cause to form crystals or assume crystalline form

- crystallize minerals

Similar word(s): crystalize, crystallise, crystallize

Definition categories: change

3. assume crystalline form; become crystallized

Similar word(s): crystalize, crystallize, effloresce

Definition categories: change, solidify

4. cause to take on a definite and clear shape

- He tried to crystallize his thoughts

Similar word(s): crystalize, crystallise, crystallize

Definition categories: change, form, shape